What are my other state filing options this year?
If you used IRS Direct File to file your federal taxes and you choose not to use FileYourStateTaxes to file your state taxes, you most likely still have to file your state taxes. See some options below.
State Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)
Certified tax preparers at IRS VITA sites can help prepare and e-file your state tax return for free over the course of about 2-3 weeks.
The process:
- Complete a short form to request state-only assistance.
- A certified tax preparer will give you a call to ask for additional information.
- They will share a link to securely upload your federal tax form (1040), tax documents, and ID.
- Once your return is ready, they’ll schedule a call to review and answer any of your questions.
- You’ll sign your state tax form online.
- The tax preparer will e-file your state taxes.
Additional State of New Jersey tax options
You can file by mail or online through the Free File application.
Other companies and services
Other companies offer state-only tax filing but be careful not to submit your federal return again if you have already used IRS Direct File.
A few tips for choosing a state only tax filing service:
- Since you’ve already submitted your federal tax return, check to make sure the service or software you select will allow you to file a state-only tax return. You may need to reach out to their customer support to confirm if and how to do this.
- Even though you only need to prepare your state return, you’ll be asked to reenter or provide the same information you reported on your federal return.
- When you file, make sure you only submit your state tax return. If you submit your federal return again, it will likely be rejected.
- Fees may apply.